1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
